MPs have approached the FA with a report stressing the importance of changes to the way the sport is run.
With club debt levels on the rise causing an uncertainty in their futures, it is urged that changes come sooner rather than later to promote sustainability.
Recent examples of the financial situation getting out of control would include Portsmouth going into administration in 2010 and Liverpool’s own near-demise earlier this year.
John Whittington MP, who also chairs The Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee, insist the FA can handle the issues as long as they sort themselves out first.
He told BBC Sport: “The FA is the organisation for the job, but it has some way to go getting its own house in order before it can tackle the problems in the English game and address the future.
"We need a reformed FA to oversee and underpin a rigorous and consistent club licensing system and robust rules on club ownership, which should be transparent to supporters."
The 114-page report released today (which Rick Parry even contributed to) states the findings of the system of how it is run now, why there is a need for change and recommendations given forward to the FA to implement the proposed changes.
The Committee has done a great extent of research into models of other countries’ football governance, including Germany to which the committee expressed in their report was one England can learn from.
A change in English football governance could also see equality brought back to the game, where all clubs have a chance for a title and not just the ‘rich’ ones.
Journalist Patrick Collins, speaking at a meeting for the CMS Committee, stated: “Some people have a certain yearning for the kind of equality which prevailed before 1983 […] an age in which clubs succeeded by virtue of their ability.
“Derby County won a league title and Nottingham Forest won two European cups, not because they were richer than the rest but because they found a manager who was better than the rest.
“Sport lost a great deal when it lost the kind of equality that used to prevail.”
The report continues on to bring light to club ownership, including supporter involvement.
The CMS Committee believe that returning the game to a sustainable business while including supporters is an achievable feat and are encouraging the FA to take all their findings into consideration to bring improvements to the game’s governance.
Friday, 29 July 2011
Will justice be served 22 years on?
JUSTICE –noun. The quality of being just; righteousness, equitableness, or moral rightness: to uphold the justice of a cause.
In other words, something 96 people have been robbed of for 22 years.
The tragedy that occurred in April of 1989 has sadly never ended for families of the victims or Merseyside as a whole.
A number of factors have contributed to this 22 year long suffering: A certain rag that does not deserve to get called a newspaper and the government (when it was their poor policing that caused a surge, and not the fans' fault).
You would hope that the government would want to help those in need after the disaster, but since it was technically their employees involved (the police), the documents containing facts of what happened that day and in the aftermath have been sealed.
Until now.
Finally, Information Commissioner Christopher Graham has insisted that files containing the minutes of meetings with Margaret Thatcher regarding Hillsborough must be released.
Even though the files were originally sealed for 30 years, the government is now given 35 days to publish them (or 28 days to appeal the decision).
The argument coming from the government is that it imposes a threat to ministers being able to speak freely regarding issues. However, if that were the case, then why would these meetings be minuted in the first place?
The Cabinet Office also expressed how it would not be right to publish the information before the Hillsborough Independent Panel's report, in which Christopher Graham said it makes no difference and these files are to be made public in 35 days.
Should the documents hold the relevant information, will the world finally wake up and see the truth behind the disaster and bring peace to Merseyside and all those involved, including the victims and those made out to be criminals in the aftermath from lies?
Will others finally understand why Liverpool boycott such things as Murdoch's (hopefully doomed) S*n, and why we still fight for justice?
It is hoped that in 34 days time, we can breathe a long-awaited sigh of relief, families can finally rest easy, 96 people can be at peace, and JUSTICE will get served...22 years too late.
In other words, something 96 people have been robbed of for 22 years.
The tragedy that occurred in April of 1989 has sadly never ended for families of the victims or Merseyside as a whole.
A number of factors have contributed to this 22 year long suffering: A certain rag that does not deserve to get called a newspaper and the government (when it was their poor policing that caused a surge, and not the fans' fault).
You would hope that the government would want to help those in need after the disaster, but since it was technically their employees involved (the police), the documents containing facts of what happened that day and in the aftermath have been sealed.
Until now.
Finally, Information Commissioner Christopher Graham has insisted that files containing the minutes of meetings with Margaret Thatcher regarding Hillsborough must be released.
Even though the files were originally sealed for 30 years, the government is now given 35 days to publish them (or 28 days to appeal the decision).
The argument coming from the government is that it imposes a threat to ministers being able to speak freely regarding issues. However, if that were the case, then why would these meetings be minuted in the first place?
The Cabinet Office also expressed how it would not be right to publish the information before the Hillsborough Independent Panel's report, in which Christopher Graham said it makes no difference and these files are to be made public in 35 days.
Should the documents hold the relevant information, will the world finally wake up and see the truth behind the disaster and bring peace to Merseyside and all those involved, including the victims and those made out to be criminals in the aftermath from lies?
Will others finally understand why Liverpool boycott such things as Murdoch's (hopefully doomed) S*n, and why we still fight for justice?
It is hoped that in 34 days time, we can breathe a long-awaited sigh of relief, families can finally rest easy, 96 people can be at peace, and JUSTICE will get served...22 years too late.
Wednesday, 25 May 2011
Pacheco: My dream is to play here
Daniel Pacheco insists it is Anfield he wishes he seek glory at.
The 20 year old Liverpool Reserve recently came back from a loan spell at Norwich, a team that was promoted this season into the Premiership.
The young Spaniard has now returned to Liverpool, but his heart never left in the first place.
He told LFC Weekly: "I watched every [LFC] game. I stayed in a hotel and every game I would go downstairs where they had a TV with Sky. I celebrated all of the goals...versus Man City...Arsenal...Fulham."
Pacheco also spoke highly of Luis Suarez since his arrival, saying the striker is eager to always do his best.
"He has been brilliant," Pacheco said. "He was doing great before I left anyway but has got even better. He is not only very skillful, but a hard worker too.
"With and without the ball, he is too good for defenders. you see how hungry he is to improve himself, it makes me want to do better too."
Now with the season over, Pacheco talked about his future with LFC and a possibility of Norwich or another club on loan again, should the club see fit.
"I loved my time [at Norwich] and I have a huge respect for the club and the people. But it is my dream to play here [at Liverpool]."
The 20 year old Liverpool Reserve recently came back from a loan spell at Norwich, a team that was promoted this season into the Premiership.
The young Spaniard has now returned to Liverpool, but his heart never left in the first place.
He told LFC Weekly: "I watched every [LFC] game. I stayed in a hotel and every game I would go downstairs where they had a TV with Sky. I celebrated all of the goals...versus Man City...Arsenal...Fulham."
Pacheco also spoke highly of Luis Suarez since his arrival, saying the striker is eager to always do his best.
"He has been brilliant," Pacheco said. "He was doing great before I left anyway but has got even better. He is not only very skillful, but a hard worker too.
"With and without the ball, he is too good for defenders. you see how hungry he is to improve himself, it makes me want to do better too."
Now with the season over, Pacheco talked about his future with LFC and a possibility of Norwich or another club on loan again, should the club see fit.
"I loved my time [at Norwich] and I have a huge respect for the club and the people. But it is my dream to play here [at Liverpool]."
Monday, 2 May 2011
Liverpool v Newcastle Match Report
The Reds did not even give Newcastle a chance on Sunday when the Toons visited Anfield, and they walked away with three points and 3-0 clean sheet win.
It was Maxi Rodriguez who yet again opened the scoring early on. It was thanks to a deflection off Newcastle defender Danny Simpson, which Maxi put back past him cleanly into the net just ten minutes into the game.
Young Liverpool John Flanagan picked up a yellow after a foul against Gutierrez. The free kick was taken by the controversial Joey Barton, but was cleared away. Another chance for the Toons camejust a few minutes after when a corner from Barton to Kevin Nolan saw the ball over the bar.
After halftime, Williamson brought down Luis Suarez in the box, costing them a penalty. It was taken comfortably by Dirk Kuyt, making him only the seventh player in LFC history to score in four successive league games.
In the 65th minute, Luis Suarez shows again why he was given a Reds shirt in the first place, by scoring the third goal of the afternoon after a great ball from Kuyt.
Andy Carroll, not fit enough to start, came on in the 70th minute against he old club. The reception was indeed mixed for the striker after the way he left so abruptly in January to come to Liverpool. However, he spent the last 20 minutes of game also proving that Liverpool was the right move for him.
Newcastle earned another free kick but was unable to make anyting of it. Liverpool moved up to fifth place while Newcastle are struggling to stay in the Premier League next season.
Jamie Carragher, wearing the captain's armband in place of Steven Gerrard while he remains unfit, also made history moving into second place on Liverpool's all time appearance list with 665th, tied with Emlyn Hughes.
Monday, 11 April 2011
Liverpool v Manchester City Match Preview
Liverpool will be battling Manchester City tonight for a crucial three points at Anfield.
The Reds have been unlucky with injuries this season, including captain Steven Gerrard’s groin injury which will see him out for the rest of the season. Daniel Agger will also see the sidelines for the rest of the season with knee problems. Manager Kenny Dalglish’s choices for the back will be limited with Martin Kelly and Glen Johnson also out with hamstring. Fabio Aurelio remains in doubt.
Roberto Mancini’s side is not enduring much luck either. Kolo Toure was suspended earlier in the season by failing a drugs test, Shay Given’s shoulder is still on the mend, and Jerome Boateng is out for the remainder of the season as well after undergoing knee surgery.
A win for Manchester City would put them in third place, one point above Chelsea and ten points behind Premier League leaders Manchester United.
Three points for Liverpool would keep them in sixth place, but still in contention for that highly desired Europe placement while closing the gap on fifth place Tottenham.
Kick-off is at 8pm and will be shown live on Sky Sports 1.
The Merseyside Reds will have a lot to prove as they have been unable to beat the Blues of Manchester in their last four meetings. If Liverpool fail to pull off a win, their hopes of clinching a Champions League spot will definitely be gone.
Manchester City have suffered in away form though so far in 2011, a weakness Liverpool will indeed pounce on.
The Reds have been unlucky with injuries this season, including captain Steven Gerrard’s groin injury which will see him out for the rest of the season. Daniel Agger will also see the sidelines for the rest of the season with knee problems. Manager Kenny Dalglish’s choices for the back will be limited with Martin Kelly and Glen Johnson also out with hamstring. Fabio Aurelio remains in doubt.
Roberto Mancini’s side is not enduring much luck either. Kolo Toure was suspended earlier in the season by failing a drugs test, Shay Given’s shoulder is still on the mend, and Jerome Boateng is out for the remainder of the season as well after undergoing knee surgery.
A win for Manchester City would put them in third place, one point above Chelsea and ten points behind Premier League leaders Manchester United.
Three points for Liverpool would keep them in sixth place, but still in contention for that highly desired Europe placement while closing the gap on fifth place Tottenham.
Kick-off is at 8pm and will be shown live on Sky Sports 1.
Tuesday, 22 March 2011
Sunderland v Liverpool Match Report
Liverpool ssecured a much needed three points at the Stadium of Light against Sunderland on Sunday afternoon.
It was the Premier League debut for new Red Andy Carroll and alongside Luis Suarez, although the Reds were without their captain Steven Gerrard due to a groin injury.
Liverpool’s first goal came from a controversial penalty. Midfileder Jay Spearing was fouled by the Black Cats’ John Mensah right at the edge of the box. It was given as a penalty and safely taken by Dirk Kuyt.
The second goal came after halftime from Luis Suarez. The midfielder secured it from a tight angle from a throw in by Dirk Kuyt. This was the second goal for the Uruguayan international since joining Liverpool in January.
Although Sunderland started off as the livelier side, they failed to make anything of it leaving goalkeeper Pepe Reina without much to do and a clean sheet in the end.
The Black Cats also lost three players due to injury, including Sulley Muntari, Danny Welbeck and Kieran Richardson.
Luis Suarez also suffered a strain in the 89th minute and was replaced by Joe Cole. The extent of this injury is currently being assessed.
However before his departure, Luis Suarez already proved that he will be vital in Liverpool’s future.
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp told the official website: "I think he'll prove to be a great acquisition for the Barclays Premier League, not just Liverpool."
Liverpool are currently in sixth place on the Barclay’s Premier League table, just four points off Tottenham in fifth and that highly desired European spot.
Liverpool’s first goal came from a controversial penalty. Midfileder Jay Spearing was fouled by the Black Cats’ John Mensah right at the edge of the box. It was given as a penalty and safely taken by Dirk Kuyt.
The second goal came after halftime from Luis Suarez. The midfielder secured it from a tight angle from a throw in by Dirk Kuyt. This was the second goal for the Uruguayan international since joining Liverpool in January.
Although Sunderland started off as the livelier side, they failed to make anything of it leaving goalkeeper Pepe Reina without much to do and a clean sheet in the end.
The Black Cats also lost three players due to injury, including Sulley Muntari, Danny Welbeck and Kieran Richardson.
Luis Suarez also suffered a strain in the 89th minute and was replaced by Joe Cole. The extent of this injury is currently being assessed.
However before his departure, Luis Suarez already proved that he will be vital in Liverpool’s future.
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp told the official website: "I think he'll prove to be a great acquisition for the Barclays Premier League, not just Liverpool."
Liverpool are currently in sixth place on the Barclay’s Premier League table, just four points off Tottenham in fifth and that highly desired European spot.
Wednesday, 9 March 2011
SC Braga v Liverpool Match Preview
Liverpool have made the trip to Portugal today to face SC Braga in the last-16 round of the Europa League.
The team travelled with Andy Carroll, who is expected to make a full debut at Braga’s ‘Quarry’ stadium tomorrow night.
"It's been a long process rehabilitating him - about eight or nine weeks - but we are happy with the result," said Dr Peter Brukner, the head of sports medicine and science for the club.
"He'll play some more minutes against Braga and hopefully he'll be involved more and more with each game
However, the Reds will be without the likes of Steven Gerrard. The skipper did not travel to Portugal with the team for undisclosed reasons. Gerrard has been dealing with a groin issue but still managed the full 90 minutes against Manchester United last Sunday.
Fabio Aurelio and Daniel Agger are also out with injury.
Meanwhile, Braga may seem to struggle against the Reds. The Portuguese side has lost seven out of 10 times against English teams. They are currently sixth in the Portuguese Liga.
This will be the first time Liverpool and SC Braga meet in a UEFA competition.
Kick-off is at 6pm and will be shown live on Channel 5 in the UK.
"It's been a long process rehabilitating him - about eight or nine weeks - but we are happy with the result," said Dr Peter Brukner, the head of sports medicine and science for the club.
"He'll play some more minutes against Braga and hopefully he'll be involved more and more with each game
However, the Reds will be without the likes of Steven Gerrard. The skipper did not travel to Portugal with the team for undisclosed reasons. Gerrard has been dealing with a groin issue but still managed the full 90 minutes against Manchester United last Sunday.
Fabio Aurelio and Daniel Agger are also out with injury.
Meanwhile, Braga may seem to struggle against the Reds. The Portuguese side has lost seven out of 10 times against English teams. They are currently sixth in the Portuguese Liga.
This will be the first time Liverpool and SC Braga meet in a UEFA competition.
Kick-off is at 6pm and will be shown live on Channel 5 in the UK.
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